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    GSRP Preschool Paraprofessional - Kalamazoo, United States - Kalamazoo County Area Schools Employment Consortium

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    Position Type:
    Support Staff/Teacher Assistant

    Date Posted:
    11/2/2023

    Location:
    Comstock Early Learning Academy (CELA)

    Date Available:
    11/22/2023

    Closing Date:
    Posted until filled

    District:
    Comstock Public Schools - websitePOSITION: GSRP Preschool Paraprofessional - Comstock Early Learning Academy

    SALARY: Dependent on years of school paraprofessional experience

    Hourly rate starting at $15.00
    • Paid time off
    • Single subscriber health insurance
    • State retirement plan
    AVAILABLE: November 22, 2023

    EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma and one of the following:
    • Associate's Degree in Early Childhood or Child Development
    • Center-Based Preschool CDA credential
    • Existing 120 Hour approval
    • A minimum of one course that earns college credit in child development or early childhood education, and the ability to obtain a Child Development Associate Credential within 24 months from the date of hire
    • Will work with employees to acquire needed skills
    RESPONSIBILITIES:?
    • Assist teacher in the instruction of 4 year old children of all abilities
    • Assist teacher in planning and implementing a healthy, safe, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for preschool children
    • Assist teacher in implementing a curriculum that promotes developmental gains toward the attainment of kindergarten readiness skills
    • Assist with using assessment data to inform whole-group instruction, small-group, and individual instruction
    • Communicate with parents regarding the progress of students and include them in setting curricular goals for their child.
    • Implement Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) in the classroom
    • Assist with maintaining accurate and up-to-date child records
    • Work with parents to promote positive parent/child relationships, including family events in the classroom and take-home activities
    • Attend professional development opportunities and required trainings
    • Take on the lead teacher role during occasional absences
    • Assist students with self-care and hygiene needs
    • Champion and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion
    • Other duties as assigned by administration
    • Perform essential job functions as specified for this position
    If interested, complete an Applitrack application at

    WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: It is the policy of Comstock Public Schools that the district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation), marital status, disability, or any other legally prohibited basis in admission or access to district employment, programs, events, or activities. The following individuals at Comstock Public Schools have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy - Andy Birt and Jill Ansel. Contact information: 3010 Gull Road | Kalamazoo, MI 49048 | |

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    • GSRP Preschool